1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Indy | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
